SNAP households to receive extra benefits in August

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Monday that all SNAP households will receive the maximum allowable level of food benefits in August.

News 12 Staff

Aug 16, 2022, 12:41 AM

Updated 790 days ago

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Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Monday that all SNAP households will receive the maximum allowable level of food benefits in August.
Households already near or at the maximum benefit level, which is $835 for a household of four, will receive a supplemental payment of at least $95.
SNAP households in all counties outside of New York City should see these extra benefits between Monday and Friday, Aug 19.